17-year-old Paige joined the REAL Young Parents
Programme at YMCA Training Leeds following the birth of her
daughter.
Paige joined the programme with significant personal issues
including domestic abuse, and having to deal with being a young
mum, as well as the loss of her grandfather who was a significant
father figure to her.
Whilst at school, Paige passed some basic GCSE's and she has
achieved a significant number of qualifications since joining YMCA
Training, including a near-perfect score on her health and safety
certificate, and an attendance rate of 100%.
Paige has since completed the REAL Programme and progressed onto
our foundation learning programme where she continues to display
dedication and commitment to her learning.
From a shy introverted individual, Paige has become more
confident and assertive. She has become a great role model for
other learners and an excellent team player and leader. She strives
to break the cycle of single parenthood and is taking all steps
possible to prevent this happening for her daughter.
Paige is hoping to pursue a career in health and social care in
the near future.